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The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
NO. q.

Mr.. Editor -
Three weeks ago The Reporter
printed an article over my sigma
ture-,,57 years in Business'-the
wording of a part of which was not
fully understood by some of my old
riends who judged | had personally
passed over Now will you tell MY
OLD CUSTOMERS (you need not
tell others as | do not expect
strangers to climb stairs if they
could purchase Merchandise at half
price,) that am enjoying health to
such degree as to be able pbySi
cally, to wait on or talk to cash cal
lers, and that have quite respect
able assortment of Merchandise.
and that am anxious to dispose
of the same, and that | depend up
on the old brood to help me through,
and that if they die today might
as well follow to-morrOw,-and that
| have been calculating for the past
80 years (when the time arriveD,
to send out my check for $1,000.00
to each and every old customer, and
that | can't do it, and that | never
can do it, and that if they want
their part of my money surplus to
call in in person and take it in goods,
and that this is the best possible
offer | can make them. And that
the following named articles in part
comprise my stock for them to
select their dividends from.
s. d. ARNOLD.
Ticking, White Flannels, Ions.
dale Cambria, Nainsook, Lawns,
Shirtings, Skirtings, Prints, Cam
brics, Ginghams, Seersuckers,
Chambray, Table Damask, White
and Colored; Crash, Cottons, ble9 CHI
ed and unbleached;C Cotton and Wool
Dress Goods, all Wool Dress Goods,
Corsets, Bustles, Gloves, III Silk,
Kid and Lisle thread; Hosiery,
Ruchings, Hamburgs, Torchon
Edges: Veilings, Cuffs and Collars,
Underwear, Gauze Vests, Dress
Shields, Dress Springs, Hose Sup.
porterS Buttons, Handkerchiefs,
Skirts, Towels, Napkins, Shawls,
Wraps, Sun Shades, Yarns, Warps,
Rug Patterns, Mems White Shirts,
Crochet Hooks; together with the
best assortment of Medium or Cheap
Grade Woolens in the town Also,
over 100 Bed Spreads and 70 Rub
Der Circulars.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
a Well Known Conductor Saws;

For months | have been subject to
severe attacks of Liver Trouble, with
Headache, Pain in my Side, Poor Appetite,
Stomach Trouble, etc. tried various
remedies but got no relief until | took
Bells Sarsapar;lla That hit my case.
| am free from pain and my general
health is better than for months. +. G..
Chase, NJ. C. X. X. Bangor, Me. Only 30
cts. Your Druggist.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
Old Heads.

A few days since we overheard Miss
Rena, 7-yearold, eXclaim to Miss Oracle
nearly year older: "The teacher says
we need not 90 to school this afternoon
until O'Clock She is going to hear the
Iiile GncS and have them out of the way
aud then IRE can put examples on the
board and do everything nice and not be
interrupted
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

We have under obligation to Il. w.
Marston Esq, Ex-President of the Assoc
citation, for pamphlet giving full account
of the tenth annual reunion of the State
of Maine Association in California, which
was held at Badgers Park, East Oakland
Cal, May 18th, last. The literary exercises
consisted of an address of welcome by
retiring president Marston Grafton by
Gen 0. o. Howard, and poem by Capt
w. F. Swasey. The officers for the yeaI
are President A. w. Starbird Vice Pres
idents, b. p. Flint, T. X. Wilson; Sec
rotary, C. &. Reed treasurer, Gil. Ding
1ap
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
A Card.

DIR. o. w. Jewett has moved in to his
house lately purchased on Madison St.
opposite Hotel Coburn stable where his
many patrons and the public will find him.
His fine Bay Fearnaught stallion will
make the remainder of the season at his
new stable. All who contemplate raising
colts are cordially invited to look at this
fine stallion, also his stock before using
any other horse.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The following is from Moosehead under
date of June 18th. The last third of the
kennebcc logs are now running the sluicc.
About fifteen million are to come down.
The lake is higher than usual Mt this
season, and five feet of water is running
through the sluice. The big jam, few
miles below has been broken by dynamite
and the lumbermen will get all their logs.
They are now passing the dam at the rate
of five hundred thousand feet an hour.
Omar Clark came from up river Tuesday
and represents everything working favor
ably on the drive
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The County Commissioners have ap-
pointed agents to expend the State ap-
preparation for the Canada road Pat
Parlin Pond, and Sullivan Newton from
Parlin Pond to the Canada line. 1t IS cx-
pected that the judicious expenditure of
this appropriation by these men will put
the road in good condition. Thcre is
certainly great need Of thorough work be-
ing done and Messrs. Murphy and New
ton ought to know how to do it,
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
Palmyra.

Stephen Goodrich has taken the con-
tract to build the upper Sebasticook
bridge for s2G5. Several builders say
that it is worth $1,000 to repair it As it
should he repaired.
John Pomeroy left town suddenly Sat
urday morning. His friends have not
heard from him. and his whereabouts are
unknown
Crops are looking finely for mis- season
of the year.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

Your oldest inhabitant can tell of the
great merits of al. F." Atwood's Medi-
cine for the relief and cure of Dyspepsia,
Constipation, Sick Headache, Disordered
Liver, and Impure Blood. A remedy that
for over 80 years has held an enviable
position as reliable and safe Medicine.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

Lewiston is moving is the direction of
the establishing On observatory on the
top of David's mountain near the city.
A Boston gentleman gives $50 900, Hon.
j. l.. II. Cobb gives S2j, 600, and $4,000
remains to be raised to make it a success.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
w. C. r. U,

The Woman's Christian Unions OF
Somerset County are to hold II conven
tion at North Arson, commencing Wednes
day, June 22nd, and continuing two days
Mrs. l.. NJ. n. Stevens, the State Lecturer
will be present and deliver an address,
An earnest invitation is extended to all
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The need of merit for promoting per-
sonal comeliness, is due to j. &. Aver &
Co, whose Hair Vigor is a universal
beautiher of the hair. Harmless, effec-
tive, and agreeable, 1t ranks among the
indispensable toilet articles.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

Eyictions are being mercilcssly carried
on upon many estates in Ireland. Ten
ants in some cases use violent means in
opposition to the authorities and many ar
rests are made, but the work goes on.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

There are doubts raised whether the
original package theory will save the
shape. The decision that is quoted in its
favor makes a reservation that when the
article is deleterious to health or morals,
hibt It's sale therein. Moreover the law
gives protection only so long as it re-
mains an unbroken package.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

We notice that the Board Of Trade of
Lewiston is moving in the matter of ith
of July celebration. This is a suggestion
that IL may be worth the while of the
Skowhegan organization to look into.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The Chicago election last week was
very gratifying to the supporters of law
and order. In all the wards except one,
the vote averaged to against anarchy
and dishonesty. This is very fortunate
thing for that city and the country.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The outlook for the grain crop in Min
nesota and Dakota is good, and a crop
far above the average is expected. The
crop prospects of Texas and the great
Southwest are very fiattering also.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

There is break in the coffee market,
ing firms. The attempt to bull the market
put money in the pockets of few and
ruined others.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

w. A. Cromwell is to be retained in the
Internal Revenue Office at Portland, it is
stated, and there is to be one more depu-
ty in Maine, located at Bangor, probably.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

Strikes appear to have become cpdem.
ic in St. Paul, Mimi. The carpenters
struck for . hours to the days work and
the bricklayers plastcrers, stone cutters,
etc, resolved to follow them.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The body of a man named Frank Mer-
row, of Lawrence, Mass was found
floating in Mattawamkeag river, show ing
evidences of violence.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

Thirteen thousand men have resumed
work in the Coke regions at Eyerson, Pa,
at an advanced rate of l2l5 per cent on
the former wages.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The York County Patrons Mutual Fire
Insurance Company is closing up its bust
ness, by reason of recent losses the officers
find ii impracticable to contnue.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

Wateryllle is to have a Sl2,0oo school
house Philbrook and burlington Bros.
have the contract
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

The Portland Advertiser dominates j. =.
Baxter Esq, of Portland, TO succecdiIIon
James W. Bradbury as President Of the
Maine Historical Society. Mr.. Baxter,
has taken great interest in the society,
and given time and money in its service,
to be used by that society in connection
with the Portland Public Library, rent
free. A good nomination.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

A statement has been published claim
ing to give the standing of the United
States Supreme Court on the telephone
cases as to 2 against Bell This Is, of
course without authority.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

Hon. Daniel J. Sawyer of Jonesport,
has presented his town with a ten thou
sand dollar church.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

THE REV. GEO. II. THAYER, Of
Bourbon, Ind, says: both myself and
my wife owe our lives to SHlLOHS CON
SUMPTION CURE" Sold by H. W.
Cushing.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
No Internal or external pain can exist
Where MlbhRD'S L[lIMIDT "u.''

Whatever the cause, DO BURN or BRUIsE,
STRAIN or sPRAIN, CUT or SCALD; Be the
suffering from Contractions or Swellings.
Gr1pes or Cramps, In man or beast. this KING
OF PAIN always cures. YACHTsMEN and
HORSEM EN- Remember the name: MINARD'S
EMINENT.
Large Bottles only 95 cents. Sold by oil
druggists. Prepared by NELSON & CO..
Boston, Mas.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

the Cold; Helen Maud Brown. The Old
Actors Story, Music. Excused.
THE SENIORS.
An even larger audience attended the
commencement exercises on Friday eve
ming. The decorations were but little
changed; white was substituted for pink
in the draperies overhead, and there were
more plants In place of the arch
was horseshoe, bearing the class motto,
No excellence without labor" in Greek.
Within the horseshoe hung shield, with
the figures 81" In the background on
the right, was Il larger shield, with the
same device. Goulds orchestra of North
Arson discourscd fine music at intervals.
All the articles gave evidence of
thought and study, and were delivered in
pleasing manner. The exercises rs a
whole were unsurpassed in interest by any
of previous years. The programme was
as follows;
Music, Prayer, Music. Salutatory, Alice
Mabel Bray; Essay,-No Excellence with
out Labor, Ruth Gushing; Music. Grafton
Shall the Government Control the Tele
graph? Ralph Leslie Nyc; Essay,-Lying,
Florence Lillian Could; music. Poem, -
School RcvcrieS, Alice Mabel Bray
Essay,-The Power of Words, and
Valedictory Address, Linda Graves
Music. Presentation of Diplomas. Bcne
diction. At the conclusion of the ex
ercises, Mr.. Taylor took occasonjto thank
the people of Skowhegan for the uni
form courtesy and hearty support extend
ed to him throughout his term of fourteen
years rs principal of the High school. He
then announced the award of prizes of
fered by the w. c. T. L. to pupils of tht
High school, for the best composition on
"Intemperance, rs follows lst, Ralph
H. Nyc of 81; 2nd, George ID. Pierce ol
able mention of Linda Graves, Lizzie
Ilusscy, Annie Allen, Lena Wyman, /adi,
Morrison, Lizzie Nash, and George o
Smith. The award of prizes to pupils ol
the Grammar school for temperance com
positions announced the previous evening
was as follows: LIST, Jennie Fletcher; 2nd
Blanche Tantsh; 3rd, Lola Goodwin.
TIE UNION.
On account of Mr. Taylors near de
partule for new field of labor, it had
been decided to make the annual Alumni
| a,,i
night, reunion of all former pupils OF
Mr.. Taylor. Accordingly, at about tel
Friday evening, a company of over ont
hundred assembled at Hotel Coburn Par
lors, and soon after took up the line OF
march for the dining room. After al
had done justice to the supper, theitoast-
pOst-prandial exercises with Il brief al
fusion to the pleasant memories of school
life and called upon Mr. W. b Sucking,
who, in behalf of the Alumni, welcomed
the incoming class. Miss Cushing of 81
responded happily for the class. "Our
absent friends" was then proposed, and
responded to by Mr.. Frank Il. Nve. Then
the toast-mastcr, in behalf of the company
presented Mr.. Taylor with gold watch,
as II token of the esteem and gratitude of
his former pupils Though taken com
pletely by surprise Mr.. Taylor expressed
his thanks in few well-chosen words
The company then adjourned to the
parlors, where they spent two hours in
social conversation, intcrspersed with
music.
The reunion was a complete success aud
the happy company dispersed hoping to
enjoy many more of the same sort as the
years pass.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15
HIon School Exhibition

The Junior Exhibition Of this year
which took place in Cohurn Hall. Thurs
day evening last. was fully up to The high
standard Of excellence which these annual
exercise, have attained under Mr.. J. Tay-
lors management. The selections were
all good and well rendered Much credit
/, due the teachers and Mrs Fuller for
the thorough training shown. The music.
by Pullen's Orchestra Of Augusta was
excellent. and was in itself vel worth the
small admission fee charged
The stage was tastefally decorated an
der the supervision Of Mrs. \. IL. Ne>-
ton. Above it was suspended an arch
which bore the class motto. 'ioiiapm y"
at,raH Gsrats noticeable feature of the
decoration WAS the presence Of small fir
trees, making the stage look almost like Il
miniature grove. At the left and right Of
the stage, respectively. were an anchor Of
roses and shield bearing the class dcstg-
nation. -" Along the ,ut lights
were arranged variety Of pottcd plants.
The attendance Wa probably the largest
in the history Of the school We learn
that the receipts from the sale of tick
els were sufficient to meet Tho ncee~S AIRY
expenses Following is the order Of eN-
erci,es.
Prayer; Music; Asi, Ella Antill, Scene
atthe Natural Bridge Mae Goodwin, How
they Saved the Battery; Marybel. Pres
colt Chase, Jerry; Nina Harriet Page,
The Women Of humble, Head; Music ;
Caroline Bond leighton, Destruction Of
the Albcmarlc; Eva Belle JudkIns, The
Monk and the Song Bird; John White
Steward Sermon for Ghristmas-tide ;
Music; Emma Stewart Hanson, Jane
Conquest; Flora Lutte Fletcher, The
Brother of Mercy: William Melvin Bail
ey,' Eloquencc; Ettic Mae Vaughan,
Umbrellas; Music; Ncttie Belle Frost,
The Legend of the Organ Builder Alvra
Wood Eaton, Leave out New England in
the Cold; Helen Maud Brown, The Old
Actors Story, Music. Excused.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1887-06-15

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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1887-03-06
HE DID NOT WANT TO BE PECULIAR.

FROM Ihe IntddetDhfd TtLdeS
w. ii. Crawford railroad conductor who has seen
service on the Chicago burlington and Quincy,
Wabash, Union Pacific and Hannibal and St. Joe
systems, and who began peanut boy, was al,
Broad Street Station yesterday. A friend of Craw-
lords, who runs train on the Pennsylvania said ::
.One day while Crawford employed on the
Wabash sweeping invitation to conductors TO send
In their designations was forwarded by the GENERAL
superintendent. Crawford onr of the an
fortunatcs His resignation was forwarded and
accepted and in return he .eceived the paw due him
and letter strongly indorsins his ability an rail
road"r few day. later he applied TO the superin
tendent OF the Hanniral and St. Joe for a tr ain
presenting the Wabash Endorsement.
see. said the ST. Joe Chief this letter saws vou
understand the business, but maRcs no reference 10
your integrity. Now, Mr. Crawford il | should
give you train what percentage OF the cash receipts
would you be willing to turn in to the company T.
&" Whatever has been customary with the old con-
ductors." was Crawfords answer.
But they have been keeping it ALL" remarked the
superint. ndent.
"Wel" said Crawford with q smile, that will be
satisfactory to me-"
To his surprise the superintendent told him to come
around Monday and he could have a train
adding: rather like your frankness."
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1887-03-06
coyGRESSV4Y GLOVER'S BRIDE.

Washington Leisr TO The ~. LOUIS aitooeDemoerdt
Representative Glover has lett all cares behind ana
gone off tor long wedding trip to California; ana
house Tor his bride and up Benedcts establish
ment. His wedding gift to hi bride was necklace
Patten gave her daughter handsome silver rea
service. st. Louis friends sent on many handsome
pieces of silver, and Nevada friends here remembered
the bride with slTer offerings. Bv her tatners Will
the bride came into possession OF halt OF her nth OF
the estate when she became OF age aud the rest re-
mains in the hands OF Mrs Patten during the latters
lite Each of the Ave daughters will inherit in all
somethiug over 100000. and they are the best
dressed Of any of the heircsses OF this selson The
Patteu fortune made b. one OF the sudden Jumps
of Nevada silver mines in the great days OF the Com
sIock lode, and under the wise Management OF Mrs;
Patten. tho estate has gone on increasing; ana
doubled itself during the years she spent III Europe
III hsr daughters She is q woman vi great businesa
,hrew dncss and ability and her investments IN wash
ington real estate two years ago lave been moss
forfu
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1887-03-06

.. .,-o,uert n. a Naval Reserve with the exemp-
tons and rules simHar to those accorded to the
militia of the several States would prove source OF
the greatest maritime strength to the Government In
case of war. Your proficiency In seamanship anu
general nautical knowledge would render your In.
struc.ion ny the ofi.erf OF the navy IN the many
duties on board an armed vessel easy AID agrees.
BILE task This once accomph- he'd your valne wouid
be particular fe in organizing araval force from
atty but own, that find occupation In American
bottoms The formation OF United states Nava
Reserve has long been dreamed OF by many, but tie
small number of vessels at our command, the very
limited available appropriations and transltory
natures OF sailors generally even II Americans,
rendering it almost impossible 90 conduct con inuous
course OF instruction, have all tented to make the
enrolment or maritime militia impracticable
"The idea however, has formally taken shape IN
measure somewhat incomplete introduced into the
United States Senate which not only Tor tho
personnel OF Reserve. but makes laudable enort 10
encourage the building OF commercial ships by grant
ing subsidies under prescribed conditions Inc shps
are to be capable OF carrying armament and render
valuable assistance In case OF need Enorts IN TINS
direction unfortunately, must be largely controied
by politics. which the officers OF the navy take htte
no part. from force OF circumstances due TO con-
tinual change of residence ard extended absence on
duty abroad. For the necessary enactments 10 OBTAIN
this end must look to you tor assistance ana inc
few others having knowledge OF nautical anairs III
efforts to feet OF armed vessels to draw the
attention OF our people to the practicability OF draw
ing upon he.n tor citizen sailors as well as citizen
soldiers and establish militia OF the sea worthy the
applause well won by the volunteer force OF the
Union In the late war.
Proficiency in seamanshp among amateurs de-
serves as rare knowledge, well at the hands OF our
Legislators and should be carefully iosered to meet
the demand that must come when our flag will be no
unusual sight in the time centres. More time IL
necessary to transform the ctizrn into sailor IMAM
into a soldier. The constrant and discipline are nee
essary greater shipboard ih"n in the camp, hence
the greater need OF Ion .er training to it men or
naval service and the importance OF speedy action to
obtain this end
Letters OF a similar tenor have also been received
from Lieutenant Commander r. n. G. Blown
stationed at Norfolk, Va; Samuel j. Colgate. owner
of the Ider: w. Lloyd Jeries OF the Eastern Yacht
Club and the Rev. DIR. George X. Van DE Water OF
Brooklyn.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1887-03-06
MS MAJESTr's FIRST PARTY.

A children's parry IL to be given tins week ut the
IN the name his Majesty Alfonso KILL, whose two
sisters are to do the donors. The King is don his
frat short rock this occasion. and Will be dressed In
yellow satin, under old CASTLE lace with sash in
fhe coors of CASTLE. Reduced copies OF tho insignia
of his diderent order. will be attached TO u light
chain made fit his neck. The youthful King already
walks Ie is to stand at the door of the suite OF
rooms in which the childrcns dance In to be given,
and to hand artistic memorandum book to each OF
the guests. Should he be too tired. anurse fanked
by his governess and chamberlain, will hold him in
he arms. Two grandsons OF the Emperor OF Brazil
and of the Princess Imperial, are to be ut this
party.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1887-03-06

Are those whom confirmed tendency bousness subject
10 tho various and cnangetu symptoms Indicative Of liver
complaint Nausea. sick headache eon'tp"eon' iul'o"
tongue unpleasant breath dull or sharp pam In 'n'
neghborhood OF affected organ inquiry Oh tue ooo'
and loss of appetite gnalzc It as one OF tho most ase
ing as 1t is one Of the common OF maades rnere ~
however benign specific for the disease and all Its unpeA
Ant manifestations the concurrent testimony oil mo
pubc an tho medical profession that Hosetters stomaoa
B,tters is medicine which achieves results specify ~
thorough and benign. Besides rectnyins her a,sos "
the feeble conQuers kidney and bidder CON-
ants and hastens aescence Of those reco'es
rom enfeeblng diseased ,ovsr the grand spec'ns
for fever aud ague.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1887-03-06
FASTING ORANKS OUT OF VIEW.

The two Italian fasting men who 'ecently flled 60
large a space ia the papers have ,turned 10 their
former obscurity aud neither has quired the tort
une hicn thew hoped would be tina reward OF their
priyatlous Meratli has descended TT. m the mag:
nificent apartment at the Grand Hotel to small
room in an outlying quarter near the Porte de Saint
Omen. lie has neve> recovered his health, aud the
9 600 flames he rec( we'd have long been spent
Succi bas no been more fortunate and has lett Paris
with unsettled claims hanging over him from MS
Barnum from the landlord of his apartments IN the
Rue epectier and from the contractor for his ounet